Today’s Transfer News: Liverpool Near Deal, Gyokeres Approved for Arsenal MoveThe latest transfer updates for January 20, 2025, include a series of potential moves as clubs rush to complete deals before the window closes on February 3.
Arsenal, Manchester United, and Manchester City are all set for busy transfer windows, with Arsenal needing a new striker and United addressing squad weaknesses. City, meanwhile, is finalizing a couple of key signings.
Neymar is reportedly close to returning to Santos on loan from Al Hilal after a difficult spell in Saudi Arabia. Santos have made an offer, awaiting Al Hilal’s decision.
Matheus Cunha’s future at Wolves is still uncertain. Arsenal are monitoring the situation, though Cunha’s contract talks with Wolves are ongoing.
Omar Marmoush is set to move to Manchester City from Eintracht Frankfurt for £63 million, with a medical expected soon.
Liverpool are eyeing Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, currently a target for Bayern Munich and others, with scouts monitoring the winger’s performances.
Tom Bischof of Hoffenheim has reportedly turned down approaches from Arsenal, Newcastle, and Brighton, preferring to join Bayern Munich.
Marcus Rashford’s future at Manchester United remains unclear, with Ruben Amorim suggesting that players not performing well won’t feature in his plans.
Ange Postecoglou admits that January transfers for Tottenham are proving difficult, despite the team’s struggles.
Harvey Elliott confirmed he is committed to fighting for his place at Liverpool, ruling out a January exit.
Juventus are eyeing Lloyd Kelly of Newcastle for a potential move this month.
Newcastle United have opened talks for a new contract with goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, reversing earlier plans to sell him.
West Ham and Bournemouth are both interested in Evan Ferguson from Brighton, though the club has yet to decide on his future.
Erik ten Hag is reportedly a potential candidate to replace Nuri Sahin at Borussia Dortmund if they fail to advance in the Champions League.
Manchester City are pushing to sign Douglas Luiz from Juventus, though the clubs differ on the terms of the deal.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Besiktas is reportedly targeting Tom Lawrence from Rangers as his first signing.
Napoli are prepared to increase their bid for Alejandro Garnacho, with the winger inclined to accept the move.
Antony is reportedly set to join Real Betis on loan from Manchester United for the rest of the season.
Liverpool has been criticized for mishandling contract negotiations with key players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah, with some suggesting the club should have addressed renewals earlier.Manchester City could make up to six signings this month, including Abdukodir Khusanov, Vitor Reis, Omar Marmoush, and potentially Andrea Cambiaso.
Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Victor Osimhen, though his current loan deal with Galatasaray could complicate things.
Tyrell Malacia is set to leave Manchester United on loan, with Ruben Amorim looking for a new left wing-back.Here are some of the latest transfer updates across the Premier League and beyond:
Tyrell Malacia – Manchester United are considering loaning Malacia out, either abroad or to another Premier League club.
Rayan Ait-Nouri – Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Wolves’ left-back, Ait-Nouri, as a potential reinforcement, with Nuno Mendes being their top target.
Dele Alli – The former England international is set to join Serie A newcomers Como on an 18-month contract after training with the club since December.
Antony – Real Betis have intensified talks to take Antony on loan from Manchester United.
Bayern Munich & Christopher Nkunku – Bayern Munich are closing in on Chelsea’s Nkunku, with personal terms already agreed but no fee settled yet.
Mo Salah & Virgil van Dijk – Al Hilal’s representatives are reportedly in London to negotiate moves for Salah and Van Dijk, with Salah’s deal said to be nearly complete.
Chelsea’s Joao Felix – AC Milan have reportedly inquired about Chelsea’s Joao Felix as an alternative to Marcus Rashford.
Omar Marmoush – The forward is set to join Manchester City from Eintracht Frankfurt for a deal potentially worth £67.6 million with add-ons.
Arsenal’s striker search – Jermaine Pennant criticized Arsenal for not signing a clinical striker, with targets like Viktor Gyokeres, Sesko, and Vlahovic mentioned.
Marcus Rashford’s future – Rashford is reportedly leaning towards a move to Barcelona, despite strong interest from AC Milan.
Bryan Mbeumo – Brentford’s Thomas Frank has ruled out Mbeumo leaving in January, despite interest from top clubs including Manchester United.
Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal – Arsenal are pursuing Gyokeres as a potential signing following injuries to key players like Saka and Jesus.
Neymar & Al Hilal – Neymar is nearing a loan return to Santos, while Al Hilal is also targeting Vinícius Jr. from Real Madrid.
These are just a few of the many developments happening during the busy January transfer window!
